# Kuldeep Yadav's selection prospects for Sri Lanka Test

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kuldeep-yadav-at-yorkshire
> Updated: 2026-08-09T05:33:19.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 4.

In July 2026, Indian wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav signed a multi-format contract with England’s Yorkshire County Cricket Club, appearing in several matches and delivering consistent performances, including 2-for-23 spells against Derby and Durham. These performances fueled calls from former players like Deep Dasgupta for Yadav to be included in India’s upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting 15 August. While Yadav expressed his intention to use the tour to cement his place in the Test side, his recent history has been marked by inconsistent selection and challenges in maintaining rhythm due to limited continuous opportunities, despite holding 79 Test wickets from 18 matches.

As the series approaches, Ajinkya Rahane has publicly backed Yadav, noting his significant development over the last several years.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-09: Kuldeep Yadav faces scrutiny ahead of India's Test series in Sri Lanka

Ajinkya Rahane has expressed confidence in Kuldeep Yadav's development as India prepares for an upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuldeep-yadav-faces-scrutiny-ahead-of-indias-test-series-in-sri-lanka

### 2026-08-06: Kuldeep Yadav targets comeback in Sri Lanka Test series

Kuldeep Yadav aims to revive his Test career in the two‑match Sri Lanka series starting Aug 15, with coach Kapil Pandey urging him to exploit spin‑friendly tracks.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuldeep-yadav-targets-comeback-in-sri-lanka-test-series

### 2026-07-31: Kuldeep Yadav shines in England One-Day Cup, dismisses Ben Stokes amid India selection criticism

Kuldeep Yadav took 2‑for‑23 for Yorkshire, dismissing Ben Stokes, as critics push India to select him for the upcoming Sri Lanka Tests.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuldeep-yadav-dismisses-ben-stokes-as-yorkshire-defeats-derby-in-england-one-day-cup

### 2026-07-22: Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav signs multi‑format deal with Yorkshire County Cricket Club

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav has signed a multi‑format deal with Yorkshire, to play five One Day Cup games and three County Championship matches this season.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-spinner-kuldeep-yadav-signs-multiformat-deal-with-yorkshire-county-cricket-club

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